Job Description

Are you ready for what’s next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

At Eclipse Marine Seneca, we are committed to delivering an exceptional boating experience to our customers. Our network of dealerships offers a wide range high-quality boats, outstanding customer service, and expert parts and service departments, all fueled by our passion for the boating lifestyle.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Service Department as a Lead Marine Technician. In this dynamic role, you will perform and oversee diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on various boats and marine engines, ensuring customers receive top-tier service. Your hands-on expertise and leadership will be essential in delivering high-quality workmanship, supporting technician efficiency, and promoting a productive shop environment.

If you take pride in solving complex problems, enjoy hands-on work, and are ready to step into a leadership role within the marine service field, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Perform installs, repairs, and maintenance on boats, including outboard, sterndrive, and inboard engines, as well as other vessel components.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using technical expertise.
• Assist technicians in maintaining and enhancing productivity and efficiency by providing guidance, answering questions, and supporting problem-solving in real time.
• Collaborate with supervisors and service administration to address installation or repair challenges, establish workflows, and estimate timeframes.
• Review repair orders and vessel specifications to determine the scope of work and recommend necessary repairs or modifications.
• Conduct safety inspections and utilize service histories to inform customers of required or recommended maintenance.
• Perform light refurbishment work on boats, applicable to select dealership locations only.
• Track time and labor for each repair order, ensuring adherence to efficiency goals and minimizing non-billable tasks.
• Promote, prioritize, and emphasize the completion of collectable/billable labor repair orders to maximize shop profitability.
• Conduct final inspections on all completed repair work, with particular attention to reviewing and verifying the work performed by Junior Technicians, to ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness before returning vessels to customers.
• Ensure boats are tidied up after service work, including wiping handprints and other marks, before returning them to the customer.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Occasionally step in to support other roles, including moving boats in the absence of a Lot Crew and assisting with service administration or parts-related tasks when necessary.
• Participate in company-required training sessions, meetings, and communications via email and Microsoft Teams.
• Assist with occasional onsite and offsite promotional events and boat shows, including setup and breakdown as needed.
• Any additional duties assigned for success.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a Marine Technician.
• Mercury Technician 300 Certifications (Outboard and MerCruiser) or equivalent; alternatively, candidates may qualify through a combination of trade school training (Marine Mechanic, Automotive Technology, or similar) and significant hands-on experience.
• Must provide personal basic-use mechanical tools and toolbox.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Understanding of service department workflows and labor efficiency metrics.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple repair orders in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to read and write professional summaries of completed work.
• Commitment to safety standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Solid work ethic.
• Valid driver's license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets company standards, along with a clear background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a lead or supervisory technician role.
• Proven ability to coach or mentor junior technicians.
• Familiarity with service management software (e.g., Lightspeed or similar).
• Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting experience across multiple marine engine brands.

Travel Requirements:

• This position may require local travel with occasional additional travel for meetings, boat shows, or other events as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Performs work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Operates boats, motorized vehicles, small handheld power tools, and other equipment.
• Moves up to 50 pounds and performs tasks requiring physical exertion.
• Adjusts to various physical positions as needed to perform repair tasks, such as accessing items at ground level, working in limited spaces, or operating at elevated heights (less than one story).
• Works safely near water and on docks.
• Ascends/ descends ladders to board/ depart vessels.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $30.00–$57.00 per hour. This includes a base hourly rate of $30.00–$40.00, plus an hourly commission ranging from $7.00–$17.00 based on efficiency level. The average commission earned is typically $11.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

On an annualized basis, this equates to $62,400 to $83,200, with additional commission potential of up to $22,880* (*based on average commission).

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Southeast Marine Services:

Southeast Marine Services has been serving marine communities across Georgia and South Carolina for over a decade. Southeast Marine Services boasts a full-service marine ecosystem, with 4 sales centers, 2 Freedom Boat Club locations, 2 restaurants, a campground, boat rentals, and boat servicing. Our passion is helping people get on the water – whatever way works best for them. We deliver top-notch service to create “Raving Fans as Your Partner in Fun.”

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.

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